Two weeks ago, we checked in with Marty Mendiola, the veteran brewmaster making the transition from a long-running gig at Rock Bottom’s La Jolla brewpub to his very own brewery. At the time, he was … [Read more...] about First taste of Second Chance Beer Co.
Beer News
Beer of the Week: Societe The Coachman
From the Beer Writer: There are many session India pale ales—IPAs coming in lower on the alcohol-by-volume scale than their typically 6-to-8% ABV forebears—on the market these days. And many leave a … [Read more...] about Beer of the Week: Societe The Coachman
Q&A: Will Galaspy
Head Brewer, 32 North Brewing Co. It wasn’t all that long after Miramar’s 32 North Brewing Company opened that the business’ head brewer hit the road to pursue other projects. Recently, owner Steve … [Read more...] about Q&A: Will Galaspy
September Event Sampler Flight
Summer is fast coming to a close (but not before some record-breaking mercury spikes). Soon, session ales and lighter golden liquid fare will give way to pumpkin- and spice-laced concoctions of a more … [Read more...] about September Event Sampler Flight
Beer of the Week: New English Two Legit Double IPA
From the Beer Writer: Since meeting New English Brewing Co. owner Simon Lacey, I’ve admired his devotion to crafting high quality versions of the beers of his homeland. In a day and age where most … [Read more...] about Beer of the Week: New English Two Legit Double IPA
Q&A: Marty Mendiola
Owner & Brewmaster, Second Chance Beer Company He’s been a fixture in the San Diego brewing scene for more than a decade-and-a-half, won countless national and international awards for his … [Read more...] about Q&A: Marty Mendiola
Helix Brewing Co. coming soon to La Mesa
It won’t be La Mesa’s first brewing company (Bolt Brewery nabbed those bragging rights, opening last year after the municipal government removed restrictions on breweries within its geographic … [Read more...] about Helix Brewing Co. coming soon to La Mesa
Beer of the Week: Kilowatt Biere Du Monde
From the Beer Writer: While it’s been an honor to help raise some money for a worthy cause through this year’s Beer to the Rescue campaign, there have been plenty of fun elements as well. Chief among … [Read more...] about Beer of the Week: Kilowatt Biere Du Monde
Fallbrook’s “Homegrown” collaboration beer
One morning, standing in a green room awaiting a television segment with the owners of Fallbrook Brewing Company and Bolt Brewery, I watched both gentlemen take a shine to each other. It made sense. … [Read more...] about Fallbrook’s “Homegrown” collaboration beer
Meet Pacific Islander Beer Co.
Many East County residents drove down Prospect Avenue over the past several months, spied the extensive Polynesian-inspired façade of Pacific Islander Beer Company’s (8665 Argent Street, Santee) … [Read more...] about Meet Pacific Islander Beer Co.